28/08/2026
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Costa Brava towns face summer housing pressure

Spain's summer population hotspots

Alcúdia, Peñíscola and Castell-Platja d’Aro see summer populations rise by more than 800%. Seasonal demand strains limited housing supply and everyday services in several coastal municipalities.

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Prefab house brings €15K 3-bedroom option

Hobycasa’s Slat model provides 70 m², three bedrooms and a covered porch for €15,875. Its open-plan living area exceeds 30 m², with a layout intended for compact year-round living.

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Spain’s lower-cost late summer breaks

Cheap summer holidays in Spain

Three Spanish destinations provide lower-cost summer stays in 2026 for last-minute getaways. Beach time and mountain villages remain more manageable outside the country’s priciest holiday centres.

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What is a property's cadastral reference in Spain?

A cadastral reference identifies Spanish property details and helps determine cadastral value for certain taxes. Its alphanumeric code also appears in property transactions and administrative records, so accuracy matters.

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Living in Arenys de Mar, near Barcelona

Living in Arenys de Mar

Arenys de Mar lies 40 kilometres from Barcelona, combining beaches, a fishing port and daily amenities. Maresme rail connections support commuter life, while neighbourhood character and housing costs shape local choices.

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Foreign buyers reach record Spanish market share

Foreign buyers purchased over 26,800 Spanish homes in Q2 2026, accounting for a record 15.98% share. Their activity rose despite an overall fall in transactions, according to the College of Registrars.

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Naro opens €1 homes scheme in Sicily

Italy
Naro launches €1 homes scheme

Naro has launched a €1 homes scheme through a digital portal for overseas applicants. The Agrigento council sets restoration rules to revive historic-centre buildings and address long-term depopulation.

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Buying a first home at 30 in Italy: what has changed

Italy

Italy’s average first-home buying age has risen since 1996, according to Istat and Bank of Italy data. Stagnant wages, higher costs and insecure work have complicated mortgages for younger adults.

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Portugal’s most beautiful cities according to locals

Portugal
Portugal’s most beautiful cities

Two Portuguese cities reach Time Out’s 2026 global beauty ranking, based on residents’ responses. The index weighs everyday views, green space and architecture rather than famous landmarks alone.

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Rents absorb 82% of income in Portugal

Portugal

Portuguese rents consumed 82% of household income in Q2 2026, according to national affordability figures. Buying required 76% of income, underlining the continued pressure on housing budgets.

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